The standard electrode potential ( M 3 + / M 2 + ) for V ,   Cr ,   Mn & Co are - 0 . 26   V …

The standard electrode potential (M3+/M2+) for V, Cr, Mn & Co are -0.26 V, - 0.41 V, +1.57 V and +1.97 V, respectively. The metal ions which can liberate H2 from a dilute acid are
  1. V2+ and Mn2+
  2. Cr2+ and Co2+
  3. V2+ and Cr2+
  4. Mn2+ and Co2+

Solution

The E values for the redox couple (M3+/M2+) shows that Mn2+ and Co2+ ions are the strongest oxidising agents in aqueous solution.

The ions Ti2+, V2+ and Cr2+ are strong reducing agents and will liberate hydrogen from a dilute acid.

So, the Correct answer is V2+ and Cr2+.

Asked in: JEE Main 2023 (29 Jan Shift 1)

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